"Killerheels", anyone ?

Lately, some witty jewelry creations from a local brand called "KILLERHEELS" caught my eye. The 2 enterprising young ladies call themselves "tow kay neo's" (a dialect slang for "lady bosses" in Hokkien). They combine a variety of charms into coherent storylines that add an extra dimension of interest and elevate a simple bracelet, necklace or brooch into a poetic piece of art that makes them both a great conversation piece & and thoughtful provocation to the wearer. Names like "cupcake recipe"/"ice cream overdose"/ "elementary my dear watson"/"the gardening bug" never fails to make oneself sit up & inspect the charms that make up the storyline proposed in each creation. Online shopping for jewelry has never been so much fun till these modern killerbabes came along. One can't help but anticipate their next creation like you would for that next gripping bestseller from your favourite author. I bought both the "LOST IN PARIS" bracelet and necklace to match a glittering Eiffel Tower keychain I hold so dear. With this map in hand, i shall never fear getting lost in the arrondissements of Paris again...

What next ? Stay tuned to find out more about new creations that I will be adding on to my collection of dainty baubles .... I have put forth suggestions for new items to consider, for example cuff links for ladies & handphone charms. These will indefinitely make popular gift items for your closest pals for the upcoming festive season towards the end of the year..

http://www.mykillerheels.com/webpages/shop.htm

Skincare tickled pink

The beauty industry of late has always tried to market its promises of beauty through rose tinted glass to fickle-minded customers and the latest trend seems to be associating functional products with with clever wit and thought provoking quotes with their brand, be it the product name itself or the slogans appearing on their websites or emblazoned somewhere across the packaging of a product, with particular reference to the "IT" brands of the moment - ORIGINS & AESOP .

ORIGINS labels it products with quirky names from its bath & skincare product line that suggest an idealised stress free lifestyle / afterthought, for example : - Fret me Not, Float Away,Gloomaway, Calm to your Senses, Shedonism, Peace of Mind,etc.... http://www.origins.com/about/index.tmpl

Likewise, AESOP adopts the famous quotes the likes of Mae West, Virginia Woolf,
One cannot think well, love well , sleep well if one has not dined well...
I share the exact sentiments and I believe all the foodies out there would agree too.

This trend of "picking at the consumer's mind with a twist of humour" is most evidently seen on slogan emblazoned tee shirts worldwide. It also brings to mind a similar concept emerging in local jewelry designs recently. This i shall touch on in my next entry title "Killerheels, anyone ?"

Cloudfully speaking...

It was a trip on the bus one fine day that made me look at clouds as a reflection of the human psyche. Clouds are like us in many ways. We adapt to new situations/places/people like clouds do when the wind blows them in a different direction.

We possess an array of moods mirrored by the voluminous fluffy clouds, dark and heavy clouds that threaten to shower their fury upon the land, shape shifters that resemble everyday objects, etc...

Clouds are always full of surprises. When teased with a breeze they playfully hop along with glee. When agitated by a gale, they start to change their initial form and take on a different shape. When whipped into shape by lightning and roared into submission by thunder, they let forth lashings of tears and sorrows that only the melancholy amongst us can detect.

For now, i shall leave you to ruminate over your own thoughts with the clouds...
When was the last time you stopped and took a peek at the clouds overheard ?
Go on, try it and you'll be amazed at what you might see.
They are truly wonderful creations of nature, capable of shapes and sizes only
limited by the imagination of the mind.

The picture you see here was taken right in Singapore, on my way to work one sunny day.. the clouds feel as if they are break dancing and skidding in layers across the clear blue sky. More cloud watchings abound and i shall upload them in time to come when i get a better equipped camera that can capture the different nuances of these fickle minded clouds..

Cloudfully pondering...
Yours truly
An avid cloudhunter, cloudspotter, cloud fanatic...

Hediard - for the love of CROISSANTS!

Lately i have been craving for a good croissant. An addiction i picked up after my trip to Seoul earlier this year. How does one know a good croissant when she sees one ? I only know that the first time i sank my teeth into the deceptively simple looking croissant served up in Hediard's "H" breakfast set, it was love at first bite. Crumbling at the slightest touch, buttery and suitably moist. You could enjoy it plain in between sips of freshly squeezed orange juice or add to the decadence by pairing it with generous lashings of orange marmalade or any assortment of jams you might fancy. The thought of jam oozing out with each bite is just so enticing i never fail to feel scrumptiously satisfied after devouring 2 freshly baked ones.

The 25 seater cafe is decked out in its signature red & black interior. I always make sure to ask for the seat next to the window to enjoy the natural sunlight streaming in on a lazy sunday morning. Just call at least one day in advance and the staff would be more than willing to oblige. Alternatively, you can book a table via their website online.

The shop next door carries a bewildering range of chocolates, soups, teas, coffees, jams, chutneys and wines... you can even find sugared violets here which can be added to your teas. I had the opportunity to discover a lovely wooden chest housing individually packed teas of 10-12 flavours. Elegant to a hilt when served up next to artfully displayed tea time treats, this makes for an elegant showcase for that perfect tete a tete when hosting for a small party at home / in the office. You can even find pre-packed containers of chocolate fondue mixture that can be popped into the microwave as a quick treat for two. A good dessert option thats easy to prepare after that nice candlelight dinner with that special someone in your life.

I have yet to find the time to try out its 3 course $25 lunch sets. But till then i shall continue to swing by this lovely cafe when my croissant cravings start a calling. The pictures seen here are from the website. Until i find the time to upload my photos, these shall have to suffice for now.
A Bientot & Bon Appetit !

Check them out - http://www.hediard.com.sg/